2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B7 | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |